Banco Sabadell opens a new 1.000 m² Hub in Barcelona exclusively for startups and scale-ups

 

Banco Sabadell has reinforced its leading position in the startup segment with the official opening of a new nerve center in Barcelona. Located in the Passatge MercaderThis space of more than 1.000 square meters is dedicated 100% to startups y scale ups, offering specialized financial services and collaborative workspaces to foster the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

 

This opening is part of the strategy of BStartup, the bank's pioneering service, to provide high value-added physical infrastructure in cities that concentrate technological innovation in España.

 

Strategic expansion and figures of the BStartup ecosystem

 

The new Hub of Barcelona It was created with the aim of providing comprehensive financial services to more than 1.800 current startup clients, with projected growth to reach 2.000 clients by the end of 2026. This center joins the one opened in Madrid by the end of 2024, consolidating the bank's presence in the two capital cities that together account for more than 50% of the country's technology companies.

 

At the national level, BStartup It already has a portfolio of more than 6.000 clients and has executed capital investments in more than 104 companies through its investment vehicle. venture capital, BStartup10.

 

Indicator	Data / Figure	Detail
Clients at Hub BCN	+ 1.800	Forecast of 2.000 by 2026
Surface Hub BCN	+1.000 m²	Located at Passatge Mercader 7-9
Total Portfolio Spain	+ 6.000	BStartup clients nationwide
Capital Investment	104 startups	Through BStartup10 (seed stage)
Madrid Hub Activity	+1.450 clients	3.400 event attendees in 2025

 

Facilities and services for the innovative community

 

The design of the new space in Barcelona It seeks to transcend the traditional bank branch to become a meeting point and forum for discussion. The facilities have around twenty highly specialized professionals and offer key logistical resources for entrepreneurs:

 

• Equipped meeting rooms: Private spaces for meetings with partners and investors.
• Hotdesk Zones: Informal workspaces available without prior reservation for customers located in the city center.
• Modular auditorium: Capacity for up to 100 people, intended for holding conferences and events related to the ecosystem.

 

Regarding the opening, Carlos Ventura, CEO and Director of Corporate Banking and Network Banco Sabadell, has highlighted the evolution of the service: We are strengthening our commitment to startups and scale-ups. Since the creation of BStartup In 2013, we set out to be your best financial partner through specialization and personalized service. The trust shown in us by the entrepreneurial ecosystem has allowed for the gradual growth of what is now a large team of over 50 people dedicated 100% to this segment..

 

A "Hub of Hubs" in the center of Barcelona

 

With this opening, Banco Sabadell It has established a highly specialized network within a one-kilometer radius of the Catalan capital. The company now offers six different types of offices to meet the specific needs of various business segments:

 

• New BStartup Hub: Exclusive for startups (Passatge Mercader).
• Welcome Hub: Exclusive office for international clients (Av. Diagonal, 456).
• Private Banking Hub: Large wealth management (Av. Diagonal/Balmes).
• SME Office: Specialized in business (Rambla Catalunya/Rossellón).
• Servicing Office: For recurring administrative procedures (Rambla Catalunya/Valencia).
• Large Corporate Offices: Corporate attention (Av. Sarrià).

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the BStartup Hub

What financial services does the new Barcelona Hub offer?
The space offers a 360º service that includes expert advice, traditional bank financing, and investment in equity (capital) through the venture capital vehicle BStartup10.

Can entrepreneurs use the facilities to work?
Yes. The Hub has areas for hotdesk and informal workspaces that clients can use without prior booking, as well as meeting rooms for investor meetings.

What is the previous experience with this Hub model?
The model replicates the success of the Hub inaugurated in Madrid at the end of 2024, which in its first year served more than 1.450 clients and hosted 59 entrepreneurship events with more than 3.400 participants.